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City Hop Tour Stops
City Hop is a true downtown walking tour. Come experience the downtown way of life! Get a firsthand look at the lifestyle of those who live downtown. Below is a preview of this year's tour stops:
![]() 1. Neighborhood Launch* 50 North 4th Street *Start the tour here » Neighborhood Launch is a vibrant new downtown neighborhood encompassing nine city blocks. The residential neighborhood is located at the intersection of Gay and 4th Streets, and features parks, water fountains, decorative wrought iron fencing and tree lined boulevards. Designed to be a pedestrian friendly streetscape, the townhomes are two or three stories in height with distinctive exterior facades. Neighborhood Launch offers two or three bedroom townhouses, one bedroom garden flats, and one bedroom bridge lofts. Units include garage and personal outdoor living spaces. |
![]() 2. The Exchange Urban Lofts - 110 North 3rd Street map » |
![]() 3. CityView at Third - 78 East Chestnut Street map » |
![]() 4. The Condominiums at North Bank Park - 300 West Spring Street map » The Condominiums at North Bank Park occupy a prime location in the Arena District, overlooking North Bank Park, the Scioto River and the dramatic city skyline, as well as the brand new baseball stadium - Huntington Park. It offers 109 upscale residences with two very different kinds of living space, The Tower and The Lofts. The Tower is a 20 story glass and steel building featuring 88 residences with floor to ceiling windows and generous balconies offering unobstructed views across the city. The Lofts offer 21 urban living spaces in the historic A&P warehouse building and feature large open spaces with concrete columns, hardwood floors and exposed brick. Along with the many amenities that you will find at The Condominiums at North Bank Park, including 24 hour concierge, secured access, in-building parking, a multi-media screening room, guest suite, fitness center and outdoor grilling deck, North Bank Park offers a glass-enclosed pavilion and access to the Olentangy Greenways bike and walking paths that residents may also enjoy. |
![]() 5. 8 on the Square - 8 East Broad Street map » Offering a new perspective on city living, 8 on the Square is downtown’s most prestigious address. The new penthouse and mid-rise exclusive condominium homes at the historic crossroads of Columbus offer all the comforts of home in the heart of the city. The distinctive design, innovative amenities and unmatched craftsmanship of each home is complemented by sweeping views and the convenience of a dedicated parking garage and street-level retail. The incomparable location means you’re just minutes from many major private and governmental employers. And, you’re right at the heart of citywide cultural, entertainment and performance events and venues. Parking for residents is in the lower level garage below the new buildings. The new homes range in size from 946 square feet (City View Suite), 1,400 square feet (Broadway Square Suite) and |
![]() 6. The Annex at RiverSouth - 186 South Front Street map » The Annex at River South is a premier downtown apartment community from Lifestyle Communities redefining apartment living in Columbus. Inspired by neighborhoods such as Georgetown, Beacon Hill, and Greenwich Village, The Annex is true to the East Coast’s architecture and feel. With two distinct living experiences, Annex West and Annex East, the community offers an array of options to truly personalize your home. Annex West offers genuine rowhouse-style living common among the East Coast’s most coveted neighborhoods, while the flats at Annex East offer more of an urban low-rise living experience. In addition, The Annex’s five unique apartment finishes, inspired by some of New York’s most progressive neighborhoods including Chelsea, Soho, and Hudson, allow even more creativity to |
![]() 7. Ohio Loft - 139 East Main Street map » |
![]() 8. The Brunson - 145 North High Street map » |
![]() 9. 481 East Town Street map » |
![]() City Hop Info Stop - 33 North 3rd Street map » A new addition on the tour is a downtown information center and “marketplace” of vendors from the Pearl Market. At this stop, you will find information and displays of the strategic planning process for downtown’s future, information from Columbus Landmarks Foundation, the Downtown Residents Association of Columbus, Experience Columbus, and others. 2010 Downtown Columbus Strategic Plan Working with the City of Columbus and the CDDC, the planning team from MSI Design has drafted a plan that identifies catalytic projects, new policies and outlines a robust implementation strategy. The plan will also establish a framework for regular updates to ensure that it remains current and responsive to the changing needs of downtown Columbus. Three public meetings were conducted to gain feedback and led up to the City Council adoption process. Pearl Alley Mini Marketplace To tantalize and satisfy your taste buds and to show you how we bring the farm to the city, Pearl Alley vendors will be selling their treats and wares. From Indian food and homemade ice cream to jewelry and pet treats, we hope you will enjoy this opportunity to shop local. |














